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During our time in Derry, we had the opportunity to visit North Coast Alpacas, a wonderful, family owned and operated alpaca and dairy farm. We were able to meet, feed, handle, and even go on a trail walk with the multiple alpacas! The owner and farmer of the property gave us a lot of useful information about alpacas and their nutrition, environment, and overall well-being. Everyone was incredibly kind to us. He is a fifth generation farmer and it was so neat to see how important farming and these animals are important to Ireland and the people who live there.<\/p>\n\n\n

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We had the pleasure of being able to stop at Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-rede Bridge on our way to Belfast. The pictures of both places don’t even begin to do them justice. It was the most stunning places I have ever seen in my life. The workers at both locations shared a bit of background information about the history and creation of each place and how they’re maintained today. Truly a bucket list, must see place to visit and I’m still in shock I got to be there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2013 Rebecca, SPC Ireland (Vet Tech) Study Abroad Program, March 2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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